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HomeCivil CodeDiv. 2Pt. 4Ch. 5§ 1231 Unlawful Debtor-Creditor Transfers

§ 1231 Unlawful Debtor-Creditor Transfers

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§ 1231 Unlawful Debtor-Creditor Transfers

This law points to other sections that make it illegal to transfer property in a way that hurts creditors.

Key Takeaways

  • •Unlawful transfers are covered in Part II, Division Fourth of the code.
  • •These rules protect creditors from debtors hiding assets.
  • •The law applies when a debtor tries to move property to avoid paying what they owe.

Example

A person who owes money tries to give away a car to a friend so the creditor can't take it.

The law says that kind of hidden transfer is not allowed and the creditor can still claim the car.

AI-generated — May contain errors. Not legal advice. Always verify source.

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§ 1231 Unlawful Debtor-Creditor Transfers

Other provisions concerning unlawful transfers are contained in Part II, Division Fourth, of this Code, concerning the Special Relations of Debtor and Creditor. (Enacted 1872.)

Last verified: January 9, 2026

Key Terms

unlawful transfersSpecial Relations of Debtor and Creditor

Related Statutes

  • § 1227 Fraudulent Real Property Transfers
  • § 1228 Fraudulent Instrument Protection Limits
  • § 1229 Power To Revoke Property Grants
  • § 1230 Revocation Power Execution Timing
  • § 1530 Contract Obligation Substitution

References

  • Official text at leginfo.legislature.ca.gov
  • California Legislature. Civil Code. Section 1231.
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